the first sentence of a paragraph, which states the paragraph’s main idea

the overarching argument to an essay, supported by the entire text

giving a lot of information clearly and in a few words, being brief and to the point

the final sentence of a paragraph, which draws together the main idea in the paragraph, and links to the writer’s intentions

Planning an essay on societal expectations in ‘An Inspector Calls’

English

In 'Animal Farm: Barriers to Leadership', pupils evaluate the different types of leadership styles presented in the novella. In 'Animal Farm: Lies and Deception', pupils explore how key images, such as food and the windmill, are used a symbols of the lies and deceit of the pigs.

In 'Animal Farm: The Pigs and Power', pupils develop a clear understanding of the plot, main characters and themes of the novella. In the second exploration unit, 'Animal Farm: Barriers to Leadership', pupils undertake more nuanced analysis of the pigs grasp for power.

In this unit, pupils learn about how Priestly questions societal expectations of gender and class in 'An Inspector Calls'. They look at three female characters, Sheila, Mrs Birling and Eva, and also explore how masculinity is presented. They finally plan and write an essay on the topic.

Modern text: first deep dive

writing down all the quotations you know off by heart

When planning for an essay on 'An Inspector Calls', what is the first step of the planning process?

When writing about 'An Inspector Class', you should start your essay with a statement that presents your overarching argument. What is this called?

include main quotations and supporting quotations

make clear the paragraph is coming to an end

When writing about 'An Inspector Calls', your main body paragraphs will include concluding sentences. What should a good concluding sentence do?

This won't be a thesis until it includes quotations.

Class isn't important so this thesis is incorrect.

This is not a thesis as it is not supported by the entire text.

A pupil said, "Here is my thesis about class in 'An Inspector Calls': Priestley uses Act 2 to expose Mrs Birling's 

Which part of an essay plan should be concise and written in note form?

Which of the following answers would **not** be considered a dramatic method?

overarching argument to an essay, supported by the whole text

the first sentence of a paragraph stating its main idea

quotations which support your topic sentence and need analysis

quotations which support your topic sentence but don't need analysis

the final sentence of a paragraph, focusing on writer's intentions

When writing an essay on 'An Inspector Calls', it's important to know some key terms that will help structure your planning and response. Match the key terms to their definitions.

In 'An Inspector Calls' who is described as both "shy" and "assertive"?

Perhaps he hoped his audience might recognise the need for change.

This may reflect Priestley’s hope for a more just society.

Priestley served as a soldier in World War I.

Arguably, Priestley’s industrial upbringing exposed him to class inequalities.

Which of the following sentences does **not** use tentative language?

“attractive” “well-bred” “man-about-town”

Match the characters from 'An Inspector Calls' to the correct words used to describe them in the stage directions.

In 'An Inspector Calls', Priestley uses emotive language to emphasise the emotional impact the Inspector has on Sheila. Which words can be found in the stage directions to describe Sheila?

It shows the consequences of ignoring the disadvantaged.

It proves that women have equal opportunities.

It illustrates how people challenge societal norms.

It demonstrates the unfairness of the justice system.

In 'An Inspector Calls', what role does Eva Smith's death play in highlighting societal expectations?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Planning an essay on societal expectations in ‘An Inspector Calls’

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.